Riley O'Brien
Athlete
I’m Riley, 26, from Wollongong, NSW.
Growing up, I was fortunate to compete at an elite level, representing NSW in basketball on multiple occasions. That environment built a strong competitive foundation, and like most athletes, that drive to compete never really leaves.
Since then, I’ve channelled that into AFL and now running, where I’m chasing a sub-3-hour marathon. Alongside that, I continue to pursue strength and aesthetic goals, shifting the focus from competing with a team to competing with myself.
All of this sits alongside working full-time as a tradie and part-time as a PT, balancing the demands of work, training, and progression. It’s a constant push to improve across every area, driven by discipline, consistency, and a genuine passion for growth.